2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 631 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Express 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 2001 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Express | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2900 mm |
