2008 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 141 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |