2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 496 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Opel Calibra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1993 Opel Calibra (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Santa Fe | Calibra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.6 mm |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |