2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2000 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 25 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2000 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | X-Trail | SS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
