2006 Hyundai Accent vs. 2002 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Opel Zafira. (102 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2002 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Accent | 2002 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Accent | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
