2005 Renault Scenic vs. 2005 Vauxhall Zafira

To start off, both 2005 Renault Scenic and 2005 Vauxhall Zafira were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Renault Scenic.

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 Scenic (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. 2005 Renault Scenic has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall Zafira has manual transmission. 2005 Vauxhall Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Scenic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Renault Scenic 2005 Vauxhall Zafira
Make Renault Vauxhall
Model Scenic Zafira
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 133 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1390 kg
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2700 mm


 

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