2004 Holden Zafira vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 3 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 25 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 2007 Honda NSX 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 2007 Honda NSX. 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, 2007 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Zafira. 2007 Honda NSX 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. 2007 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Zafira | 2007 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Zafira | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2540 mm |
