2006 Opel Zafira vs. 2006 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2006 Opel Zafira and 2006 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Renault Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Opel Zafira (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Scenic. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Zafira | 2006 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Zafira | Scenic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |