2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
