2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2006 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 422 kg more than 2004 Opel Zafira.
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, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 2006 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Zafira | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |
