2003 Holden Zafira vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 221 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira. 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Holden Zafira | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Zafira | Avensis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |