1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Aurora would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 324 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Aurora | XTS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2831 mm |
