2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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 79 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
Model | Silhouette | Octavia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |