2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 62 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Cee'd | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
