2000 Opel Zafira vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 677 kg more than 2000 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Falcon 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 2012 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira. 2012 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Opel Zafira | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Zafira | Falcon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 409 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |