1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2009 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Opel Zafira is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
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 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2009 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Tiburon | Zafira |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |