2006 Opel Zafira vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2006 Opel Zafira and 2006 Skoda Octavia 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 59 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. 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 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Zafira | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Zafira | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
