2000 Oldsmobile SS vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 12 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, 2000 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 2000 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Oldsmobile SS | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
Model | SS | Colorado |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |