2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 468 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
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 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |