2005 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Opel Zafira

To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 1 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 626 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 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Acura MDX 2004 Opel Zafira
Make Acura Opel
Model MDX Zafira
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 266 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 140 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 12.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2019 kg 1393 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 58 L


 

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