2006 Nissan Almera vs. 2000 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2006 Nissan Almera is newer by 6 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 121 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera.
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, 2000 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera. 2000 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Almera | 2000 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Almera | SS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
