2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega 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 5 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm). This means 1999 Opel Omega 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 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
