2005 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 430 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 2004 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Vauxhall Zafira | 2004 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Zafira | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
