2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2004 Opel Zafira and 2004 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 241 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Zafira | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Zafira | Polo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1421 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |