2001 Holden Zafira vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2001 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 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 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira. 2009 Porsche 911 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. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Zafira | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Zafira | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| 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 | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
