2004 Holden Zafira vs. 2007 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2007 Hyundai XG 350 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 292 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hyundai XG 350 (292 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Zafira. 2007 Hyundai XG 350 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 Hyundai XG 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Holden Zafira | 2007 Hyundai XG 350 | |
Make | Holden | Hyundai |
Model | Zafira | XG 350 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |