2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2006 Toyota Matrix 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Matrix (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
Because 2006 Toyota Matrix 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, 2006 Toyota Matrix 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 (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
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2004 Opel Zafira | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Zafira | Matrix |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |