2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 173 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira. 2007 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Subaru Impreza | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Subaru | Opel |
Model | Impreza | Zafira |
Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2624 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |