2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2009 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2009 Toyota Matrix is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Matrix. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Toyota Matrix. 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Matrix. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2009 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Silhouette | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
