2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2005 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Swift is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 670 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Swift. 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Swift. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2005 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Silhouette | Swift |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2390 mm |
