2005 Kia Carens vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 17 kg more than 2004 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 Opel Zafira (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Carens | Zafira |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |