2002 Ford Ka vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2002 Ford Ka 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. Both 2002 Ford Ka and 2001 Vauxhall Zafira are equipped with a 1,596 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 254 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
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, 2002 Ford Ka (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ka | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
