2001 Holden Zafira vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Baja (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 116 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 2003 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira. 2003 Subaru Baja has automatic transmission and 2001 Holden Zafira has manual transmission. 2001 Holden Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Baja will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Zafira | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Zafira | Baja |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
