2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 7 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Because 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Zafira | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Opel | Audi |
Model | Zafira | A8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |