2006 Ford Escape vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 10 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escape | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3995 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
