2004 BMW Z4 vs. 2004 Holden Zafira
To start off, both 2004 BMW Z4 and 2004 Holden Zafira were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Zafira weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4.
Because 2004 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW Z4 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Zafira. 2004 Holden Zafira has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 BMW Z4 | 2004 Holden Zafira | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | Z4 | Zafira |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |