2000 Holden Zafira vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 11 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 2 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Holden Zafira.
Because 2011 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Zafira | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Zafira | 120 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |