2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Zafira has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
| Model | Escalade | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
