2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 615 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Opel Zafira (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |
