2008 Opel Zafira vs. 2008 Renault Trafic
To start off, both 2008 Opel Zafira and 2008 Renault Trafic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Trafic weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Opel Zafira.
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 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Zafira | 2008 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Zafira | Trafic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2240 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |