2005 Holden Zafira vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Zafira | 2008 Kia Rio | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Zafira | Rio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |