1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 12 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 765 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Smart |
| Model | Silhouette | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
