2005 Lincoln Zephyr vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Zephyr 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Zephyr (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Zephyr weights approximately 124 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. 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, 2005 Lincoln Zephyr (271 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Zephyr | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Lincoln | Vauxhall |
| Model | Zephyr | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
