2005 BMW 116 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2005 BMW 116 is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (189 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 116 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 2005 BMW 116. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 116 | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 116 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
