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Ford Transit Custom Bus vs Vauxhall Zafira Life – Performance, range & efficiency compared
Transit Custom Bus
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Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Vauxhall Zafira Life has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36000 £, while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 41900 £. That’s a price difference of around 5880 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Transit Custom Bus manages with 3.90 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Vauxhall Zafira Life with 7.10 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Ford Transit Custom Bus: with 22.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s somewhat more efficient than the Vauxhall Zafira Life with 24.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.30 kWh.
As for range, the Vauxhall Zafira Life performs minimal better – achieving up to 347 km, about 23 km more than the Ford Transit Custom Bus.
Zafira Life
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Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Ford Transit Custom Bus has a evident edge – offering 233 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 53 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Zafira Life performs slightly better – reaching 185 km/h, while the Ford Transit Custom Bus tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Transit Custom Bus pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 415 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm difference.
Transit Custom Bus
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Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Ford Transit Custom Bus offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 9 vs 8.
Boot capacity is identical – both offer 0 L of storage.
Who wins the race?
The Ford Transit Custom Bus proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Transit Custom Bus is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
Ford Transit Custom Bus
Vauxhall Zafira Life
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from about £41,900
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Ford Transit Custom Bus
Ford Transit Custom Bus
The Ford Transit Custom Bus offers a versatile solution for those in need of a spacious and practical vehicle, combining comfort with durability. Its stylish exterior is matched by a well-designed interior that provides ample space for passengers, making it an ideal choice for group travel. The driving experience is enhanced by a smooth ride and responsive handling, ensuring both driver and passengers enjoy the journey.
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Vauxhall Zafira Life
The Opel Zafira Life is a practical, no-nonsense people carrier that wraps flexible space and family-friendly features into a tidy, grown-up package. It’s comfy on long runs, easy to live with day to day, and wears its van roots with surprising style — the kind of sensible buy that still manages to smile.
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Ford Transit Custom Bus
Vauxhall Zafira Life
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
41900 - 55600 £
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Price
36000 - 53200 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 8.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
7.10 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.7 - 24.8 kWh
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Electric Range
52 - 324 km
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Electric Range
220 - 347 km
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 64 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 222 g/km
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co2
0 - 186 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
9
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Seats
8
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
-
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Curb weight
1953 - 2240 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
5050 - 5450 mm
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Length
4981 - 5331 mm
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Width
2032 mm
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Width
2010 mm
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Height
1958 - 1959 mm
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Height
1890 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
4200 - 4900 L
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Payload
-
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Payload
850 - 914 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 233 HP
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Power HP
136 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
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Max Speed
110 - 150 km/h
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Max Speed
130 - 185 km/h
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
81 - 171 kW
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Power kW
100 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
2184 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Vauxhall
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What drivetrain options does the Ford Transit Custom Bus have?
The Ford Transit Custom Bus is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.