2004 Holden Zafira vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2004 Holden Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall VX220 would be higher. Both 2004 Holden Zafira and 2003 Vauxhall VX220 are equipped with a 2,198 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Zafira weights approximately 590 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2003 Vauxhall VX220 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 2003 Vauxhall VX220. 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, both vehicles can yield 203 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2004 Holden Zafira | 2003 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
Model | Zafira | VX220 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |