1996 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 10 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 123 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 74 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70. 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Aurora | V70 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |