1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Rover 75.
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, 2004 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2004 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2004 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2004 Rover 75 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
Model | Silhouette | 75 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |