2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 7 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 43 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 235 kg more than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chrysler |
| Model | Silhouette | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
