2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2004 Opel Zafira and 2004 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane.
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 Renault Megane (185 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Zafira | 2004 Renault Megane | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Zafira | Megane |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |