2008 Opel Zafira vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2008 Opel Zafira and 2008 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (237 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 211 kg more than 2008 Renault Laguna. 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 (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Zafira | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Zafira | Laguna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |