2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Corsa 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 97 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 74 kg more than 2006 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 (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
