2002 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 247 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | Aurora | Touran |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |