2007 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira. 2007 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | S4 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
