2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
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 Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,654 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 12 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 527 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 2006 Opel Vectra. 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Santa Fe | Vectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |