2001 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 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), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Falcon weights approximately 435 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 2001 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 2001 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, 2001 Ford Falcon (357 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Falcon | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Falcon | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
