2010 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 731 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra. 2007 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Santa Fe | Astra |
Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 436 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 8.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16:01 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1961 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4685 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |