2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1999 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Oldsmobile SS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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, 1999 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1999 Oldsmobile SS | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Five Hundred | SS |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |