2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 242 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Santa Fe | Vectra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |