2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora

To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora (248 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 596 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Civic 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora
Make Honda Oldsmobile
Model Civic Aurora
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 3995 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 248 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4400 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 1129 kg 1725 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 5070 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2860 mm


 

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