2005 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 380 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 Renault Grand Scenic (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Scenic | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
