2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 968 kg more than 2000 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, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2000 Vauxhall Zafira has manual transmission. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2000 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Equinox | Zafira |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |