why do you like the Alterra? then compare the Santa Fe in those areas so you can have a better view of what's to buy.

in STYLE the Santa Fe wins hands down.

in engine, the 3.0L of the Alterra dishes out just 146ps vs the 153ps from just a 2.2L engine. *Hyundai's 3.0L is good for 240hp, albeit a V6 though*

just my 2cents