2004 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2005 Holden Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2005 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 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 2005 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2005 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A4 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
