2008 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 95 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 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Zafira | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Zafira | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |