1997 Oldsmobile SS vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 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 29 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Oldsmobile SS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile SS | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | SS | Forester |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
