2001 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 12 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 355 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford EDGE (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. 2013 Ford EDGE 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. 2013 Ford EDGE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Ford |
| Model | Zafira | EDGE |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2824 mm |
