2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2005 Opel Zafira and 2005 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 176 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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Zafira | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Opel | Saab |
Model | Zafira | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |