2011 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 241 kg more than 2004 Opel Frontera.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Frontera. 2004 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Santa Fe | Frontera |
Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 436 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1961 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4685 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |