1999 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2004 Holden Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Zafira weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2004 Holden Zafira has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2004 Holden Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Civic | Zafira |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |