1999 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 162 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Vauxhall Zafira | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
Model | Zafira | Passat |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 310 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1552 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |