2001 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (189 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 393 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Vauxhall Zafira 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Vauxhall Jeep
Model Zafira Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2001 2010
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 318 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1933 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1844 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2781 mm


 

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