2000 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 1 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.
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, 2000 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. 2000 Audi A8 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. 2000 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Audi A8 | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | A8 | Zafira |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |