2000 Ford Escape vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escape | SS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
