2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Renault Megane is newer by 4 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, 2005 Opel Zafira (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane.
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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Zafira | 2009 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Zafira | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
