2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 2005 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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 2005 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 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall Zafira has manual transmission. 2005 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 2005 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Frontier | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1597 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2700 mm |
