2001 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Acura NSX.
Because 2001 Acura NSX 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 2001 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2001 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2001 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | NSX | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |
