2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 970 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Express | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2700 mm |