2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2002 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden 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 20 kg more than 2002 Holden 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, 2002 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto. 2002 Holden Zafira has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Picanto has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Picanto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2002 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Kia | Holden |
| Model | Picanto | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
