2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Smart ForTwo 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 2007 Smart ForTwo. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Smart |
Model | Silhouette | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1820 mm |