2006 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
