1996 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Aurora | Tundra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3270 mm |