2001 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 345 kg more than 1996 Xedos 6.
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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Xedos 6. 1996 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall Zafira has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Xedos |
| Model | Zafira | 6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
