2000 Westfield ZEI vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 504 kg more than 2000 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Westfield ZEI 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 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5, 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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Westfield ZEI | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Westfield | Volkswagen |
| Model | ZEI | T5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3010 mm |
