2008 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Civic | Aurora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |