2000 Audi TT vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (163 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Audi TT.
Because 2000 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi TT. (226 Nm). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi TT. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2000 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | TT | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |
