2005 Holden Zafira vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Holden Zafira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Zafira weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Zafira | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Zafira | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
