2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1997 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Oldsmobile SS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1997 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sportage | SS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
