2001 Holden Zafira vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2001 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 269 kg more than 2001 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Zafira | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | Zafira | V70 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |