2001 Holden Zafira vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2001 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Zafira weights approximately 169 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 2004 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Zafira | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Zafira | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
