2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Picanto | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Picanto | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |