2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 294 kg more than 2000 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Opel Zafira (203 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Tucson | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
