2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Avalanche | SS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
