2003 Holden Zafira vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1016 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Zafira | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Zafira | Armada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3140 mm |
