2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette

To start off, both 2002 Ferrari 360 and 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 295 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360.

Because 2002 Ferrari 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ferrari 360 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette
Make Ferrari Oldsmobile
Model 360 Silhouette
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3586 cc 3350 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 184 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1745 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2850 mm


 

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