2001 Holden Zafira vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 145 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 76 kg more than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Zafira | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Zafira | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2616 mm |