2002 GMC Sierra vs. 2001 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2002 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2001 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 806 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.
Because 2002 GMC Sierra 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, 2002 GMC Sierra 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, 2002 GMC Sierra (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Sierra | 2001 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Sierra | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2700 mm |
