2004 Kia Opirus vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Opirus weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Opel 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, 2004 Kia Opirus (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Opirus | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Opirus | Zafira |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |