2001 Nissan Moco vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Moco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Moco would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora (248 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 615 kg more than 2001 Nissan Moco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Moco is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Moco 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 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Moco | 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Moco | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
