2001 Holden Zafira vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Zafira weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Zafira | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Zafira | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
