2006 Opel Zafira vs. 2002 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 163 kg more than 2002 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Potentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Opel Zafira (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Potentia. 2002 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Zafira | 2002 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Zafira | Potentia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |