1997 Oldsmobile SS vs. 2001 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2001 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 202 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Sienna. (280 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile SS | 2001 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | SS | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
