2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (103 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 289 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Astra. 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 (250 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Opel Astra | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Santa Fe | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 231 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |