1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 18 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, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Because 2011 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-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, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saab |
| Model | Silhouette | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2675 mm |
