2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2004 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2004 Holden Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 2004 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Avancier | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
