2008 Opel Zafira vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Opel Zafira and 2008 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 283 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra. 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 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Zafira | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Zafira | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
