2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Azera and 2007 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 141 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Azera (307 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira. 2007 Hyundai Azera 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. 2007 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Azera | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Azera | Zafira |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |