2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (189 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 243 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Panda | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |