2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Opel Astra

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 361 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra 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 2008 Opel Astra
Make Hyundai Opel
Model Santa Fe Astra
Year Released 2009 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2701 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.7 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 86 mm
Top Speed 190 km/hour 217 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10 seconds 8.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1746 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.9 L/100km 9.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 52 L


 

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