2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1998 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 8 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile SS.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile SS. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1998 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sierra | SS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
