2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 852 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Expedition | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
