2003 Holden Zafira vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 10 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, 2003 Holden Zafira (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2013 Honda Fit. (115 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Zafira weights approximately 344 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit. 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, 2003 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Zafira | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Zafira | Fit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
