2005 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 694 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, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. 2012 Volkswagen Routan 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. 2012 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Vauxhall Zafira | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
Model | Zafira | Routan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2084 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3078 mm |