2006 BMW 630 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Zafira

To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 1 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 370 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 2006 BMW 630 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 630 2005 Vauxhall Zafira
Make BMW Vauxhall
Model 630 Zafira
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2700 mm