2004 Ford F-250 vs. 2001 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2001 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1176 kg more than 2001 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira. 2001 Holden Zafira has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2004 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford F-250 | 2001 Holden Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | F-250 | Zafira |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2700 mm |