2002 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 10 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. 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, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. 2012 Fiat Ulysse 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. 2012 Fiat Ulysse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Vauxhall Zafira | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Vauxhall | Fiat |
Model | Zafira | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |