2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | Santa Fe | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1710 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 |
