2000 Holden Zafira vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 3 kg more than 2001 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage 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, 2000 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Zafira | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Zafira | Sportage |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |