2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Nissan Frontier | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
Model | Frontier | Zafira |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2700 mm |