2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (189 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 71 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Mondeo | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |