2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 245 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper. 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Opel | Mini |
| Model | Zafira | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
