1999 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall Zafira has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mitsubishi Verada | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
Model | Verada | Zafira |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |