2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 666 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2002 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
Model | Sorento | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |