2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 920 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Opel Zafira (203 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Picanto | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
