2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Zafira would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira.
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, 2007 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Cooper | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
