2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
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 Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra 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 175 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Vectra. 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra 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 | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
