2006 Kia Rio vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (189 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 387 kg more than 2006 Kia Rio. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Rio | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
Model | Rio | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |