2004 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 336 kg more than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2010 Ford Explorer 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 2010 Ford Explorer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Aurora | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2888 mm |
