2001 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 342 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | Aurora | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1404 mm |