2010 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2001 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 9 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2001 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 961 kg more than 2001 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2001 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | GL | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5095 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1839 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3076 mm | 2700 mm |
