2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 37 kg more than 1999 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sportage | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
