2005 Holden Zafira vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2005 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 420 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Zafira.
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2005 Holden Zafira | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Zafira | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2874 mm |