2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 271 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
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 (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Zafira | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Zafira | Touran |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 10.4 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 | 1550 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |