1996 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 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 75 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 275 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
Model | Aurora | Sportage |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |