2000 Vauxhall Astra vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
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 Vauxhall Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira. 1999 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 2000 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 2000 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Vauxhall Astra | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
