2008 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2000 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2000 Holden Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Civic | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |