2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2004 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2004 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | 911 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
