2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
Model | Santa Fe | Aurora |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |