2008 Opel Zafira vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2008 Opel Zafira and 2008 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 365 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 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Zafira | 2008 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Opel | Saab |
Model | Zafira | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 203 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |