2010 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2001 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2001 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 769 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2001 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
| Model | Phaeton | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2233 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5059 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1903 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1901 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2881 mm | 2700 mm |
