2005 Holden Zafira vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Zafira weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Zafira | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | Zafira | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |