2002 Holden Zafira vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Holden Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 34 kg more than 2002 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Zafira | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Zafira | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
