2012 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 18 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4.
Because 2012 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW Z4 | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Z4 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4242 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1285 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2497 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
