2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 705 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.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Zafira | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Zafira | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |
