2000 Holden Zafira vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 355 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2000 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. 2001 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2000 Holden Zafira has manual transmission. 2000 Holden Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Zafira | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zafira | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2512 mm |
