2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Tiburon | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2653 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
