2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Because 2012 BMW 520 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 2012 BMW 520. 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, 2012 BMW 520 (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Zafira | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Zafira | 520 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |