2006 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 149 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2000 Holden Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Focus | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |