2001 Holden Zafira vs. 2003 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 387 kg more than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Because 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Zafira | 2003 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Holden | SsangYong |
Model | Zafira | Rexton |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |