2001 Holden Zafira vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 11 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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.
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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Zafira | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Zafira | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
