2000 Holden Zafira vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 8 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 6 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 544 kg more than 2000 Holden Zafira.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Zafira. 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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. 2008 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Zafira | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Zafira | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
