2008 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 111 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Opel Zafira (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Grandeur. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Grandeur | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Grandeur | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
