2008 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Zafira weights approximately 181 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
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, 2001 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2001 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Focus | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1283 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
