2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
