2003 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 424 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Vauxhall Zafira | 2011 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Ford |
| Model | Zafira | Ka |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
