2003 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, both 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | SL | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |