2002 Holden Zafira vs. 2004 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2004 Nissan Primera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Primera. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Zafira weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Nissan Primera. 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, 2002 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Primera. 2004 Nissan Primera has automatic transmission and 2002 Holden Zafira has manual transmission. 2002 Holden Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Primera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Zafira | 2004 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Zafira | Primera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
