2008 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Zafira weights approximately 180 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, 2008 Ford Focus (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2002 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Focus | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
