2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2007 Abarth Grande Punto and 2007 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto.
Because 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Abarth | Opel |
Model | Grande Punto | Zafira |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |