2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. 2007 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1999 Vauxhall Zafira has manual transmission. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
| Model | Escalade | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
