2001 Holden Zafira vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Zafira weights approximately 555 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Because 2012 Lotus Exige 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 2012 Lotus Exige. 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, 2012 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Zafira | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | Zafira | Exige |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2299 mm |