2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Zafira | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Zafira | S40 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |