2005 Holden Zafira vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2005 Holden Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Holden Zafira.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Zafira | 2000 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Zafira | V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
