1999 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (296 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Because 2005 Peugeot 307 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Aurora | 307 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
