2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 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 25 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 440 kg more than 2010 Toyota Corolla. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Corolla. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Silhouette | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2601 mm |