2002 Skoda Octavia vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
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2002 Skoda Octavia | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
Model | Octavia | Zafira |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |