2007 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A4 | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
