2005 Kia Optima vs. 2005 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, both 2005 Kia Optima and 2005 Vauxhall Zafira were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Optima (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Optima weights approximately 97 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. 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, 2005 Kia Optima (241 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Optima | 2005 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
Model | Optima | Zafira |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 150 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |