1998 Oldsmobile SS vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile SS.
Because 2013 Ford EDGE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Oldsmobile SS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile SS. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile SS | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | SS | EDGE |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2223 mm |
