2004 Holden Zafira vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Holden Zafira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2004 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 530 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Zafira. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Zafira has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Holden Zafira | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Zafira | S |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 361 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 6160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 4090 mm |