2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 373 kg more than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Santa Fe | Alero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
