2003 Holden Zafira vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Zafira (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Holden Zafira.
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, 2012 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Zafira | 2012 Kia Venga | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Zafira | Venga |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1710 kg |