2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2002 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Zafira weights approximately 402 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Veracruz (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2002 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Hyundai | Holden |
| Model | Veracruz | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
