2001 Mitsubishi ASX vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi ASX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi ASX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi ASX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi ASX 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. (240 Nm). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi ASX | 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | ASX | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 3349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
