2009 Acura MDX vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 132 kg more than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
Model | MDX | Aurora |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |