2005 Audi S6 vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2005 Audi S6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S6 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S6 | 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | S6 | Aurora |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |