1999 Oldsmobile SS vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 11 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 19 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rexton.

Because 2010 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Oldsmobile SS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile SS.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Oldsmobile SS 2010 SsangYong Rexton
Make Oldsmobile SsangYong
Model SS Rexton
Year Released 1999 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2696 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 183 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 402 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 78 L


 

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