2000 Holden Zafira vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 12 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 282 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.
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, 2012 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Zafira | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Zafira | Murano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2824 mm |
