2008 Opel Zafira vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2008 Opel Zafira and 2008 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (287 HP) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 660 kg more than 2008 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Zafira | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Zafira | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 287 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |
