2000 Holden Zafira vs. 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY
To start off, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY is newer by 13 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2000 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY weights approximately 655 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, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Zafira | 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY | |
| Make | Holden | Chrysler |
| Model | Zafira | TOWN & COUNTRY |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3078 mm |
