2001 Cadillac Vizon vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Vizon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Vizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (163 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Vizon should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Vizon weights approximately 494 kg more than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Cadillac Vizon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Vizon 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, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (407 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (298 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac Vizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Vizon | 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Vizon | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
