2009 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Opel Zafira. (102 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Zafira weights approximately 495 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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, 2009 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2002 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
