2005 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2005 Kia Rio and 2005 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 501 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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 Opel Zafira (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio. 2005 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rio | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1445 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
