2008 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2012 Opel Zafira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic.
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 Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2012 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |