2006 Opel Zafira vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 128 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Zafira | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Zafira | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |