2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 296 kg more than 2001 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, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-150 | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | E-150 | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2700 mm |