2005 Holden Zafira vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 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, 2005 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Zafira weights approximately 320 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 Fiat Panda 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, 2005 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Zafira | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Holden | Fiat |
Model | Zafira | Panda |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |