2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2000 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 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 27 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2000 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2000 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Colorado | SS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
