2002 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 495 kg more than 2004 Opel Zafira. 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, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon (255 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2002 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Tiburon | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
