2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 115 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Subaru Outback (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
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2004 Opel Zafira | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Zafira | Outback |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |