2001 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 180 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Suzuki |
| Model | Zafira | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
