2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 415 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 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | Silhouette | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |