1997 Oldsmobile SS vs. 2003 Audi A3
To start off, 2003 Audi A3 is newer by 6 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, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile SS | 2003 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | SS | A3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
