2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 48 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Santa Fe | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 44 L |