2008 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 551 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 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 2008 BMW X5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2008 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | X5 | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3473 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
