1999 Oldsmobile SS vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 1999 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 1999 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile SS | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | SS | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
