2009 BMW 116 vs. 2001 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Because 2009 BMW 116 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 2009 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 2001 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 116 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
