2006 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 3 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (162 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Zafira weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
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, 2006 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira. 2006 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2003 Holden Zafira has manual transmission. 2003 Holden Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A4 | 2003 Holden Zafira | |
Make | Audi | Holden |
Model | A4 | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |