2003 Saturn L vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2003 Saturn L is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Saturn L.
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, 2003 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Saturn L | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Saturn | Vauxhall |
| Model | L | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
