2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 4 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2008 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Smart ForTwo (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira. 2008 Smart ForTwo 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. 2008 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Opel Zafira | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Opel | Smart |
Model | Zafira | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 2730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |