2001 Holden Zafira vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (238 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Zafira weights approximately 126 kg more than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2002 Mazda RX-8 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 2002 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Zafira | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Zafira | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
