2006 Opel Zafira vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 291 kg more than 2011 Kia Cee'd. 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, 2006 Opel Zafira (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Zafira | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Zafira | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
