2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 246 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (208 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fiesta | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |
