2004 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 118 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Verada | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Verada | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
