2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 499 kg more than 2004 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Sorento (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
