2007 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 581 kg more than 2007 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rio | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
