2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 513 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Durango | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |
