1994 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 67 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aurora | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
