1997 Oldsmobile SS vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 Toyota Solara 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 40 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Solara. (162 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Solara.
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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Solara. 1997 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile SS | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | SS | Solara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
