2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Primera 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (148 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 92 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Primera | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Primera | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 192 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |