2009 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Opel Zafira.
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, 2006 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Rio | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |