2004 Holden Zafira vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 7 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2004 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Zafira weights approximately 285 kg more than 2011 Audi S8.
Because 2011 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 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, 2011 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Zafira. 2011 Audi S8 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. 2011 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Zafira | 2011 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | Zafira | S8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |
