2005 Ford FPV BF GT vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2005 Ford FPV BF GT 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 410 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 Ford FPV BF GT 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 FPV BF GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira. 2005 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford FPV BF GT has manual transmission. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford FPV BF GT | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | FPV BF GT | Zafira |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |