2003 Holden Zafira vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 80 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Zafira | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Zafira | C |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
