2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2001 BMW 325
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 BMW 325.
Because 2001 BMW 325 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 2001 BMW 325. 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 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2001 BMW 325 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
Model | Silhouette | 325 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |