1998 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 636 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aurora | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
