2012 Ford Edge vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Edge (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Edge weights approximately 318 kg more than 2008 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Edge (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Edge | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Edge | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4679 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
