1999 Kia Avella vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 527 kg more than 1999 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Opel Zafira (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Avella | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
