1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 452 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (305 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silhouette | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
