1996 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty is newer by 14 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 41 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 88 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2010 Jeep Liberty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Jeep |
| Model | Aurora | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
