2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (75 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 276 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (171 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2003 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
