2001 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 111 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Vauxhall Zafira | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
Model | Zafira | Touran |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |