2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Opel Concept M
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Concept M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Concept M would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Concept M (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Concept M 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 694 kg more than 2002 Opel Concept M.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Concept M. 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Concept M. (205 Nm @ 1980 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Concept M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 Opel Concept M | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Concept M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1980 RPM |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
