2006 Opel Zafira vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2006 Opel Zafira and 2006 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Volvo C70. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2006 Opel Zafira.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Zafira | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Zafira | C70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 190 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |