2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 358 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
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 (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (205 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
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2008 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Fiesta | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 205 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |