2001 Holden Zafira vs. 2008 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 7 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2001 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Zafira weights approximately 144 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira. 2008 Infiniti QX56 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. 2008 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Zafira | 2008 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Zafira | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3140 mm |
