2007 Kia Cerato vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato.
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, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cerato | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cerato | SS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
