2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Zafira weights approximately 117 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 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Cee'd | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1392 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 |
