2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 330 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Santa Fe | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
