1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, both 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL and 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,993 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (204 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | SL | Aurora |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |