2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 7 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | C | Zafira |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |