2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (237 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 392 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. 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 (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel 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 | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Cee'd | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
