2001 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 484 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.
Because 2013 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Jeep |
| Model | Zafira | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3600 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 | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2423 mm |
