2004 Kia Optima vs. 2004 Holden Zafira
To start off, both 2004 Kia Optima and 2004 Holden Zafira were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Kia Optima. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Optima weights approximately 28 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Holden Zafira (203 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 2004 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Optima | 2004 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Kia | Holden |
| Model | Optima | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
