2000 Lexus GS vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 3 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS.
Because 2000 Lexus GS 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 2000 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2000 Lexus GS (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lexus GS | 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Lexus | Oldsmobile |
Model | GS | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |