2009 Opel Vivaro vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 128 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.
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, 2009 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Opel Vivaro | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
Model | Vivaro | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |