2004 ZAZ Wagon vs. 2010 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2010 Kia Picanto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 ZAZ Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 ZAZ Wagon would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 ZAZ Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Picanto weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. 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, 2010 Kia Picanto (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 ZAZ Wagon | 2010 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | ZAZ | Kia |
| Model | Wagon | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2380 mm |
