2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2006 Opel Antara
To start off, 2006 Opel Antara is newer by 5 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, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara 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, 2006 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2006 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Silhouette | Antara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1899 cc |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
