2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 415 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | LaCrosse | Zafira |
Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2700 mm |