1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | Silhouette | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |