2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2005 Opel Zafira and 2005 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Scenic (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 22 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.
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 Renault Scenic (203 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Zafira | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Zafira | Scenic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |