2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1618 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 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira. 2010 Ford F-250 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. 2010 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Zafira | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2029 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 115 L |
