2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion 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 Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Excursion | SS |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |