2008 Isuzu I-350 vs. 2005 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu I-350 weights approximately 414 kg more than 2005 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Isuzu I-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Isuzu I-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Isuzu I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu I-350 | 2005 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Isuzu | Holden |
| Model | I-350 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
