1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Because 2012 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saab |
| Model | Silhouette | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2837 mm |
