2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 6 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Fiat Stilo | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Stilo | Zafira |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |