2001 Dodge Durango vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2001 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Durango. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Durango | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
