2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 190 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 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Zafira | 2010 Audi A3 | |
Make | Opel | Audi |
Model | Zafira | A3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |