2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2000 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 8 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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2000 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Taurus X | SS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
