2001 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 712 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 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 2010 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Aurora | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
