2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, both 2004 Opel Zafira and 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 14 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
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 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 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. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Zafira | 156 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |
