2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 3 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 279 kg more than 2004 Opel Zafira. 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Zafira | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Zafira | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 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 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |