1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Opel Zafira | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Opel | Hyundai |
Model | Zafira | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |