2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 330 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Opel | Mini |
| Model | Zafira | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| 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 | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
