2004 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 8 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, 2012 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Edge weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2012 Ford Edge | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
Model | Aurora | Edge |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
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 | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2824 mm |