2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 11 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Rainier | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
