2002 Holden Zafira vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 10 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 32 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Holden Zafira.
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, 2012 Mazda 5 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Zafira | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Zafira | 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2751 mm |
