2000 Kia Rio vs. 1997 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio.
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, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 1997 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Rio | SS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
