2000 Oldsmobile SS vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Oldsmobile SS.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Oldsmobile SS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Oldsmobile SS | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | SS | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
