2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1998 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 7 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile SS.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile SS. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1998 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
| Model | LR3 | SS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
