2002 Holden Zafira vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 4 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Zafira weights approximately 395 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
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, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Zafira | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Zafira | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
