2007 Opel Zafira vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 288 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Zafira | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
