2005 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 300 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | S4 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
