1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Silhouette | 325 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
