2003 Holden Zafira vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Zafira weights approximately 175 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira. 2003 Holden Zafira has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Zafira | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Holden | Mini |
| Model | Zafira | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2547 mm |
