2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 322 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
