2008 BMW 118 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 7 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 4 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 118 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
