2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 78 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Zafira | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Zafira | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2645 mm |
