2009 Lexus ES vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2009 Lexus ES 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 Lexus ES (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 Lexus ES.
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, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus ES. (345 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus ES | 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Lexus | Oldsmobile |
Model | ES | Aurora |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 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 | 1455 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |