2001 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 48 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.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2011 Acura TL | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Acura |
Model | Aurora | TL |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1688 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4966 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |