1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 395 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | Silhouette | Boxter |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2475 mm |