1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora (248 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 639 kg more than 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Express 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 1997 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Express | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2364 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2860 mm |
