1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 495 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Fortuner has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Fortuner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
