1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Lexus ES
To start off, 2011 Lexus ES is newer by 12 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus ES (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus ES weights approximately 224 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.
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, 2011 Lexus ES (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Lexus |
| Model | Cutlass | ES |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
