2005 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2005 Opel Zafira

To start off, both 2005 Avanti Studebaker and 2005 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (307 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1382 kg more than 2005 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker 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 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira. 2005 Avanti Studebaker has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2005 Avanti Studebaker 2005 Opel Zafira
Make Avanti Opel
Model Studebaker Zafira
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6751 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 307 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 425 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2775 kg 1393 kg
Vehicle Length 5490 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 2040 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 3410 mm 2740 mm