1997 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 15 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 83 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 74 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | Aurora | Sharan |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2919 mm |