2008 Acura TL vs. 2005 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 3 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Zafira weights approximately 186 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2005 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | TL | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
