2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 413 kg more than 2006 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Santa Fe | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |