2002 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra.
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, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira.
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2002 Vauxhall Zafira | 2004 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
Model | Zafira | Vectra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |