2007 Opel Zafira vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 43 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Passat (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira. 2007 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Opel Zafira | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Zafira | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1552 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |