2005 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2011 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2011 Opel Vivaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 224 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.
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, 2011 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Vauxhall Zafira | 2011 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Vauxhall | Opel |
Model | Zafira | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3100 mm |