2003 Holden Zafira vs. 2003 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2003 Holden Zafira and 2003 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 3 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Zafira weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 Mazda 3.
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, 2003 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 3. (195 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Zafira | 2003 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Zafira | 3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |