2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 182 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Zafira has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Expedition | 2003 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Expedition | Zafira |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 150 Nm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |