2006 Opel Zafira vs. 2006 Skoda Roomster
To start off, both 2006 Opel Zafira and 2006 Skoda Roomster were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Roomster. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 453 kg more than 2006 Skoda Roomster. 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 (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Roomster. (153 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Roomster. 2006 Skoda Roomster 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 Skoda Roomster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Opel Zafira | 2006 Skoda Roomster | |
Make | Opel | Skoda |
Model | Zafira | Roomster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |