2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 71 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 269 kg more than 2008 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 2008 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, 2008 Opel Astra (260 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm). This means 2008 Opel Astra 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 | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
