2005 Audi A2 vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (237 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 625 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Opel Zafira (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A2. (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A2 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |
