2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 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 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 274 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 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira. 2007 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Opel Zafira | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Zafira | XC70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1667 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |