2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (189 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1138 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 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2002 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
Model | Escalade | Zafira |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |