2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 118 kg more than 2009 Opel Astra.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
