2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2008 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Omega weights approximately 271 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 2008 Opel Omega. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Omega. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Omega 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.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Opel Omega | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Santa Fe | Omega |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2654 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 248 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |