2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2002 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 ZAZ Slavuta would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 750 kg more than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Opel Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 2002 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Opel | ZAZ |
| Model | Zafira | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2330 mm |
