2005 Holden Zafira vs. 2003 Lexus LX
To start off, 2005 Holden Zafira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LX weights approximately 970 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 2003 Lexus LX 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, 2003 Lexus LX 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, 2003 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Zafira. 2003 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Zafira has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Zafira | 2003 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Zafira | LX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
