1999 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 13 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Mazda 5.
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, 2012 Mazda 5 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Mazda |
| Model | Zafira | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2751 mm |
