2000 Oldsmobile SS vs. 2010 Ford Expedition

To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 10 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2000 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Oldsmobile SS.

Because 2010 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile SS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Oldsmobile SS.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Oldsmobile SS 2010 Ford Expedition
Make Oldsmobile Ford
Model SS Expedition
Year Released 2000 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 494 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 5621 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 2002 mm


 

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