1994 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 16 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (347 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 618 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (520 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Jeep |
| Model | Aurora | Commander |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
