2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Opel Signum
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 Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum 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 433 kg more than 2002 Opel Signum.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Signum. 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, 2002 Opel Signum (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum 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 | 2002 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Signum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
