1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Zafira weights approximately 162 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Because 1996 Ford Scorpio 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 1996 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Scorpio | Zafira |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |