1994 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 33 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
Model | Aurora | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |