2003 Holden Zafira vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 583 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Zafira | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Zafira | Quest |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3000 mm |
