2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2004 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, both 2004 Opel Zafira and 2004 Pontiac Vibe were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2004 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. 2004 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 2004 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Zafira | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
