2003 Ford GT vs. 2002 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2003 Ford GT is newer by 1 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford GT weights approximately 130 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.
Because 2003 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford GT | 2002 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | GT | Zafira |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |