2005 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.
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, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Civic | Zafira |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |