2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 6 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (271 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 820 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Allroad | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
