2007 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 11 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 580 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Lancer | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
