2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1249 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 133 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
Because 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 SSC Tuatara. 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 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 892 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
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2004 Opel Zafira | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
Make | Opel | SSC |
Model | Zafira | Tuatara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 1350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 1042 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 2.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1092 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2667 mm |