2001 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra

To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.

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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Vauxhall Zafira 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
Make Vauxhall Vauxhall
Model Zafira Vectra
Year Released 2001 2002
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1993 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 168 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2710 mm


 

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