2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
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 Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 902 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 Corsa. 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 (255 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (108 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
