2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Opel Combo
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Combo would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 609 kg more than 2005 Opel Combo. 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 2005 Opel Combo. 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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Combo. (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Combo. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Combo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
