1999 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 377 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (320 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai Tiburon | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Tiburon | Zafira |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |