2001 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (189 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Zafira | Viano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3210 mm |
