2004 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 760 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Aurora | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
