1996 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2009 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 13 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, 2009 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Suzuki XL7.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2009 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Aurora | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
