2008 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Grandeur. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 14 kg more than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora.
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, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Grandeur. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Grandeur | 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Grandeur | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
