2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 838 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
