2008 Ford Edge vs. 2005 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Zafira weights approximately 333 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Edge | 2005 Holden Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Edge | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2700 mm |