2004 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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 18 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Holden Zafira.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira. 2003 Holden Zafira has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 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.
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2004 Audi A4 | 2003 Holden Zafira | |
Make | Audi | Holden |
Model | A4 | Zafira |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |