2001 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (189 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 56 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord 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. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Honda |
| Model | Zafira | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
