2009 Ford Kuga vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Kuga.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Kuga | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Kuga | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
