2008 Opel Zafira vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Zafira | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zafira | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
