2001 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 10 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 7 more horse power than 2011 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW Z4 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 2011 BMW Z4. 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | BMW |
| Model | Zafira | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2497 mm |
