2006 Acura MDX vs. 1997 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 9 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, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile SS.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Oldsmobile SS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1997 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MDX | SS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
