2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2013 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 200 is newer by 12 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 200 (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 123 kg more than 2013 Chrysler 200.
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, 2013 Chrysler 200 (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2013 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chrysler |
| Model | Silhouette | 200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1622 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2765 mm |
