2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1018 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Acadia | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |