2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 188 kg more than 2001 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2001 Opel Omega | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Santa Fe | Omega |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |