1997 Lexus ES vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 Lexus ES.
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, 1997 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus ES | 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Lexus | Oldsmobile |
| Model | ES | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
