2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2002 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1046 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. 2008 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Zafira has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 GMC Envoy | 2002 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | GMC | Vauxhall |
Model | Envoy | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |