2005 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (240 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 239 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Accord | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
