2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 256 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Santa Fe | Alero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
