2012 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 3 kg more than 2012 BMW 328.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 2008 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 328 | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 328 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4536 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |
