1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 11 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 350 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 118 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 2010 BMW 118. 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Silhouette | 118 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
