2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 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 46 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 176 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette 2013 Volkswagen Passat
Make Oldsmobile Volkswagen
Model Silhouette Passat
Year Released 2003 2013
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 184 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 91 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 95 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1569 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4868 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1835 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1487 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2803 mm


 

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