2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1997 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1997 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Trans Sport | SS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
