2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon vs. 2005 Holden Zafira

To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon and 2005 Holden Zafira were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon 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 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Zafira. 2005 Holden Zafira has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon 2005 Holden Zafira
Make Alfa Romeo Holden
Model Crosswagon Zafira
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1750 mm


 

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