2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 2 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 558 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Astro | 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Astro | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 183 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2850 mm |
