2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 570 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForTwo | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Smart | Vauxhall |
| Model | ForTwo | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 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 | 820 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2700 mm |
