2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 545 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1990 Renault Espace | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Silhouette | Espace |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |