2008 BMW 116 vs. 2010 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2010 Opel Zafira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 116 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116.
Because 2008 BMW 116 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 2008 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 2010 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 116 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
