2002 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Opel Vectra (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
