2003 Holden Zafira vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 47 kg more than 2003 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2003 Holden Zafira has manual transmission. 2003 Holden Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Zafira | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Zafira | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
