2009 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 Ford Focus (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Focus | Aurora |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1280 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |