2002 Audi R8 vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2002 Audi R8 is newer by 1 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 (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 1743 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi R8 | 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | R8 | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 610 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 698 Nm | 285 Nm |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |