2002 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 608 kg more than 2002 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Opel Zafira (321 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rio | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
