1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette and 1999 Opel Omega were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 12 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (230 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Silhouette | Omega |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
