The Comparative Analysis :
KIA Carens 1.6 GDI (7-seater) (13 - 14) vs. Opel Zafira 1.6 CNG ecoFlex (Natural Gas) (08 - 10)
€ 22,200
€ 22,700
€ 22,200
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 22,700
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ a little. The KIA Carens 1.6 GDI is 2.3 inches longer, 0.2 inches wider and 1.2 inches lower than the Opel Zafira 1.6 CNG ecoFlex.
KIA Carens 1.6 GDI
Opel Zafira 1.6 CNG ecoFlex
63.2
71.1
71.1
64.4
70.9
79.7
71.1 in
Width
70.9 in
71.1 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
79.7 in
63.2 in
Height
64.4 in
108.3
178.1
106.4
175.9
178.1 in
Length
175.9 in
108.3 in
Wheelbase
106.4 in
Vehicle Weight
KIA Carens 1.6 GDI
Opel Zafira 1.6 CNG ecoFlex
3269 lb
Curb Weight
3671 lb
4718 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4927 lb
Weight Difference:
401 lb
10.92 %
General
KIA Carens 1.6 GDI
Opel Zafira 1.6 CNG ecoFlex
RP
Generation
A-H MONOCAB
Minivan
Car Body Style
Minivan
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Natural Gas (CNG)

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

6-speed manual transmission
Transmission
5-speed manual transmission
Engine
KIA Carens 1.6 GDI
Opel Zafira 1.6 CNG ecoFlex
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four engine (naturally aspirated engine)
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.6 L / 78 cu in
Displacement
1.6 L / 78 cu in
133 hp
at 6300 rpm
Power
93 hp
at 6200 rpm
KIA Carens 1.6 GDI
133 hp
93 hp
Opel Zafira 1.6 CNG ecoFlex
122 lb‑ft
at 4850 rpm
Max. Torque
98 lb‑ft
at 4200 rpm
KIA Carens 1.6 GDI
122 lb‑ft
98 lb‑ft
Opel Zafira 1.6 CNG ecoFlex
Performance
KIA Carens 1.6 GDI
Opel Zafira 1.6 CNG ecoFlex
115 mph
Maximum Speed
103 mph
11.3 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
17 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
515 ft
0.000 sec
KIA Carens 1.6 GDI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
774 ft
0.000 sec
Opel Zafira 1.6 CNG ecoFlex
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24.58 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
39.47 lb/hp
KIA Carens 1.6 GDI
24.58 lb/hp
39.47 lb/hp
Opel Zafira 1.6 CNG ecoFlex
Fuel Economy / Emissions
KIA Carens 1.6 GDI
Opel Zafira 1.6 CNG ecoFlex
Fuel Economy
35 mpg
combined ✽ per 100 miles
17.7 lb✽
( 5 MPGe ⓘ Miles per gallon gasoline equivalent (MPGe) is a measure of the average distance traveled per unit of energy consumed. MPGe, specified in miles per U.S. gallon, is used to compare the energy consumption of vehicles that use different energy sources.)
KIA Carens 1.6 GDI
35 mpg
5 MPGe
Opel Zafira 1.6 CNG ecoFlex
26 mpg
city
23.4 lb
42 mpg
highway
14.9 lb
15.3 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
46 lb
530 mi
Range
261 mi
KIA Carens 1.6 GDI
530 mi
261 mi
Opel Zafira 1.6 CNG ecoFlex
Environmental Impact
128.7 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
36.7 kWh
KIA Carens 1.6 GDI
128.7 kWh
36.7 kWh
Opel Zafira 1.6 CNG ecoFlex
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 4
256 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
222 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
KIA Carens 1.6 GDI
Opel Zafira 1.6 CNG ecoFlex
5
Doors
5
7
No. of Seats
7
1448 lb
Maximum Payload
1257 lb
2.9 cu ft
Trunk Volume
4 cu ft




46.7 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
51.5 cu ft














