2008 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 73 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2008 BMW 325 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 325. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325. 2008 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW 325 | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 325 | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |