1996 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 645 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-01.
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, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-01. (220 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-01. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda RX-01 has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda RX-01 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-01 | 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | RX-01 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
