2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2008 Opel Tigra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 119 more horse power than 2008 Opel Tigra. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 583 kg more than 2008 Opel Tigra. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Tigra. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Tigra has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Tigra 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 | 2008 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Santa Fe | Tigra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |