2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 53 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Omega |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
