2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 8 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 484 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (250 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Zafira | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3122 mm |
