2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2003 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 655 kg more than 2003 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2003 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Jeep | Holden |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1943 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2700 mm |
