2003 Acura RSX vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2003 Acura RSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 479 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX.
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, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2003 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2003 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | RSX | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
