2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Optra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Optra would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Optra | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
