2004 Holden Zafira vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2004 Holden Zafira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2004 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Zafira weights approximately 460 kg more than 2002 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2002 Morgan Aero 8 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 2002 Morgan Aero 8. 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, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Zafira | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | Zafira | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |