2002 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 760 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 Vauxhall Zafira (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol. 2005 Mazda Carol has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Zafira has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Carol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Zafira | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Mazda |
| Model | Zafira | Carol |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
