2001 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 9 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Vauxhall Zafira | 2010 BMW 528 | |
Make | Vauxhall | BMW |
Model | Zafira | 528 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2888 mm |