2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,993 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 270 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora.
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, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2006 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | CR-V | Aurora |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |