2006 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2000 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 2000 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2006 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2006 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Zafira. 2000 Holden Zafira has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | 2000 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | Carrera GT | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
