2004 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima 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 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 108 kg more than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
Model | Aurora | Maxima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3994 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |