2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile SS.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Oldsmobile SS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile SS. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Silverado | SS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
