1999 Kia Clarus vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 1999 Kia Clarus and 1999 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Clarus (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Kia Clarus.
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, 1999 Kia Clarus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Clarus | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Clarus | Zafira |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |