2011 Mazda 6 vs. 2002 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2002 Holden Zafira. 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 6 | 2002 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | 6 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2700 mm |
