2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 2005 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 4 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Zafira weights approximately 131 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra. 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Xterra | 2005 Holden Zafira | |
Make | Nissan | Holden |
Model | Xterra | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |