2007 Opel Zafira vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2007 Opel Zafira and 2007 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
Because 2007 BMW Z4 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 BMW Z4. 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 Opel Zafira (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Zafira | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Zafira | Z4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |