2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2011 Opel Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Zafira. 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, 2011 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Santa Fe | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |