2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2004 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira. 2002 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Zafira | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
