2005 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2002 Holden Zafira.
Because 2005 BMW 320 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 2005 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2005 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 2002 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 320 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
