2001 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Zafira | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Zafira | Borrego |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 78 L |