2001 Cadillac Vizon vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Vizon is newer by 3 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Vizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Vizon should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Vizon weights approximately 469 kg more than 1998 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 1998 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac Vizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Vizon | 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | Vizon | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 285 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2850 mm |