2007 Nissan Navara vs. 1997 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1997 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1997 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Westfield ZEI. 2007 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1997 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1997 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 1997 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Nissan | Westfield |
| Model | Navara | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1838 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2340 mm |
