2001 Holden Zafira vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2001 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 459 kg more than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Zafira | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Holden | SsangYong |
Model | Zafira | Kyron |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |