2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Punto and 2008 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto.
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 Opel Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Punto | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 164 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |