2005 Holden Zafira vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Zafira | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Zafira | Transporter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |