2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1404 kg more than 2003 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2003 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Ram | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2700 mm |
