2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 2005 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici 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 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 39 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Zafira weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici 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, 2008 Fiat Sedici 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici. 2005 Holden Zafira has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Sedici has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Sedici will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 2005 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Sedici | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
