2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 425 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 2011 Porsche Panamera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Panamera (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Zafira | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |
