2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2005 Opel Astra

To start off, both 2005 Opel Zafira and 2005 Opel Astra 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 19 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 163 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Zafira (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Zafira 2005 Opel Astra
Make Opel Opel
Model Zafira Astra
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 173 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.5 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.2 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 188 km/hour 187 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.5 seconds 12.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1398 kg 1235 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 52 L


 

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