2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda B2500 | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | B2500 | Zafira |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2700 mm |