2001 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 11 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Because 2012 Infiniti EX 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 2012 Infiniti EX. 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. 2012 Infiniti EX 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. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Vauxhall Zafira | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Vauxhall | Infiniti |
Model | Zafira | EX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2799 mm |