2005 Holden Zafira vs. 2009 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2009 Mazda B4000 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Zafira weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Mazda B4000.
Because 2009 Mazda B4000 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, 2009 Mazda B4000 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, 2009 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Zafira | 2009 Mazda B4000 | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Zafira | B4000 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3200 mm |