2006 Kia Carens vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 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, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Carens | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Carens | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |