1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 5 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 131 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (52 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 935 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (63 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Silhouette | R2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
