2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 5 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 6,496 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago 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, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago 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, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Lamborghini |
| Model | Silhouette | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 6496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
