2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 128 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Zafira | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Opel | Mini |
Model | Zafira | Cooper |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1426 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2547 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |