1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra.
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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Vectra | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
