2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 286 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Taurus | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Taurus | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |