2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (189 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
Model | Sportage | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |