2001 Holden Zafira vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 271 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 2007 Porsche 911 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 2007 Porsche 911. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Zafira | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Zafira | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |