2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 534 kg more than 2008 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.
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2009 Hyundai Terracan | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Terracan | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |