1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 3 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1995 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 260 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass (250 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Xedos 6. 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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. 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Xedos |
| Model | Cutlass | 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
