2007 Opel Zafira vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, both 2007 Opel Zafira and 2007 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (215 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 677 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 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Zafira | 2007 BMW X5 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Zafira | X5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
Torque | 216 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 93 L |