2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1998 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 6 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 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile SS.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile SS. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1998 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Excursion | SS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
