2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2005 Vauxhall Zafira

To start off, both 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 3,389 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (431 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 2005 Vauxhall Zafira
Make Toyota Vauxhall
Model Land Cruiser Zafira
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3389 cc 1597 cc
Horse Power 194 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 431 Nm 150 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1390 kg
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2700 mm


 

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