2008 Toyota Corolla vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 422 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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2008 Toyota Corolla | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Corolla | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 127 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |