2001 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2004 Holden Zafira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2004 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Viper 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 2001 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 2004 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Viper | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
