2010 Opel Agila vs. 2002 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2010 Opel Agila is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Zafira weights approximately 520 kg more than 2010 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Agila. 2002 Holden Zafira has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Opel Agila | 2002 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Agila | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
