2000 Honda NSX vs. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda NSX 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 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2000 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 2003 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | NSX | Zafira |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |