2006 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Panda | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 11.5 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 | 1783 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 58 L |