2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 7 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 56 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 870 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Forenza 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, 2008 Suzuki Forenza 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Forenza has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Forenza 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 | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Silhouette | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
