2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 459 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Express | Aurora |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |