2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 421 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Impala | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5670 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
