2005 Nissan Almera vs. 2005 Opel Zafira

To start off, both 2005 Nissan Almera 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Almera weights approximately 362 kg more than 2005 Opel Zafira.

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 Opel Zafira (173 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan Almera 2005 Opel Zafira
Make Nissan Opel
Model Almera Zafira
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1769 cc 1796 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 161 Nm 173 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1398 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 58 L


 

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