2004 Holden Zafira vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Zafira | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Zafira | Sorento |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 294 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |