2004 Holden Zafira vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Zafira weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Zafira. 2008 Subaru Legacy 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. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Zafira | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Zafira | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
