2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2005 TVR Tuscan
To start off, both 2005 Opel Zafira and 2005 TVR Tuscan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 163 kg more than 2005 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2005 TVR Tuscan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Zafira | 2005 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Opel | TVR |
Model | Zafira | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |