2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. (247 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Because 2009 Cadillac STS 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 2009 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | STS | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
