2006 Opel Zafira vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2006 Opel Zafira and 2006 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2006 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Zafira | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Zafira | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |