2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 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 83 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 221 kg more than 1999 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (208 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Silhouette | Espace |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
