2006 Opel Zafira vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 3 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Because 2009 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Zafira | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Zafira | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
