Opel Zafira 2008 vs Renault Grand Scenic 2006
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 1.9 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Opel Zafira) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Renault Grand Scenic) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 140 HP | 130 HP | |
| Torque: | 175 NM | 300 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds | |
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Renault Grand Scenic is a more dynamic driving. Opel Zafira engine produces 10 HP more power than Renault Grand Scenic, but torque is 125 NM less than Renault Grand Scenic. Despite the higher power, Opel Zafira reaches 100 km/h speed 1.9 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.4 | 6.0 | |
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The Renault Grand Scenic is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Opel Zafira consumes 1.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Renault Grand Scenic, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Opel Zafira could require 210 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 58 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 780 km in combined cycle | 1000 km in combined cycle | |
| 960 km on highway | 1150 km on highway | ||
| Renault Grand Scenic gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 150 mm (5.9 inches) | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Opel Zafira can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Opel Zafira version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
| Opel Zafira 2008 1.8 engine: Reliable and easy to repair engine, spare parts available. Main problems - oil leaks from heat exchanger and faulty phase regulator. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.48 m | 4.50 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.81 m | |
| Height: | 1.63 m | 1.64 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Opel Zafira is 2 cm shorter than the Renault Grand Scenic, width is practically the same , while the height of Opel Zafira is 1 cm lower. | |||
| Seats: | no data | 7 seats | |
| Trunk capacity: | 540 litres | 533 litres | |
| Trunk capacity with 7 seats: | no data | 533 litres | |
| Trunk capacity with 5 seats: | 540 litres | no data | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1820 litres | 1960 litres | |
| The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Renault Grand Scenic (by 140 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.1 meters | 10.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Opel Zafira is 0.4 metres more than that of the Renault Grand Scenic, which means Opel Zafira can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`080 | 2`195 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 2200 | 1800 | |
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