2004 Marcos TS vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2004 Marcos TS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Marcos TS (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 315 kg more than 2004 Marcos TS.
Because 2004 Marcos TS 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 2004 Marcos TS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2004 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Marcos TS | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Marcos | Vauxhall |
| Model | TS | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
