2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora. (248 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 396 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Xterra | 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Xterra | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
