1997 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 281 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora.
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, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
Model | Aurora | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
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 | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |