1999 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 11 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 488 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.
Because 2010 Nissan Xterra 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 2010 Nissan Xterra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. 2010 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1999 Vauxhall Zafira has manual transmission. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Nissan |
| Model | Zafira | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1908 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
