2004 Holden Zafira vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 Holden Zafira.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Zafira.
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2004 Holden Zafira | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Zafira | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1740 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |