2000 Holden Zafira vs. 2004 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2004 Volvo XC90 is newer by 4 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo XC90 (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2000 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Zafira | 2004 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Zafira | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
