2005 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2010 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2010 Opel Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Opel Zafira. (238 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Zafira.
Because 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Crown Victoria (362 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Zafira. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 2010 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
