2007 Ford E-250 vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-250 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 58 L |
