2009 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 292 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Opel Zafira (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |