2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2004 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 2004 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford F-150 | 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | F-150 | Aurora |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |