2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 219 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2004 Opel Zafira | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Zafira | Captiva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |