2008 Nissan Frontier vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2008 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora. (248 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Frontier | 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Frontier | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
