1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1995 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1995 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 400 kg more than 1995 Xedos 6. 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Xedos 6. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1995 Xedos 6 has manual transmission. 1995 Xedos 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Xedos |
Model | Eighty-Eight | 6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |