2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1998 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 9 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile SS.
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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile SS. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1998 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Acadia | SS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
