1999 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 14 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Aurora | Venza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
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 | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |