2009 BMW 335 vs. 2003 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2003 Holden Zafira has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2003 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 335 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
