2009 Ford Kuga vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Kuga weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga 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 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Kuga | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Kuga | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |