2006 Nissan Xterra vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 12 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 447 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Xterra | 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Xterra | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
