2011 BMW X6 vs. 2000 Holden Zafira

To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2000 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 910 kg more than 2000 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

2011 BMW X6 2000 Holden Zafira
Make BMW Holden
Model X6 Zafira
Year Released 2011 2000
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4400 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 609 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2370 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4879 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1984 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1689 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2934 mm 2700 mm


 

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