2001 Holden Zafira vs. 2003 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2003 Kia Amanti is newer by 2 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Amanti weights approximately 360 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.
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, 2003 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Zafira | 2003 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Zafira | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |
