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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper.
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, 2011 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
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 | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
