2000 Oldsmobile SS vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 9 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, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Oldsmobile SS.
Because 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Oldsmobile SS | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | SS | A6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 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 | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
