2008 Opel Zafira vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 328 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2007 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Opel Zafira | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Zafira | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |