2008 Hyundai Atos vs. 2004 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Zafira weights approximately 575 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos. 2004 Holden Zafira has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Atos | 2004 Holden Zafira | |
Make | Hyundai | Holden |
Model | Atos | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |