2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 9 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cee'd | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
