2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1992 Rover 620i
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 620i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 620i would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Rover 620i. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 620i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 490 kg more than 1992 Rover 620i. 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 620i. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 620i. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1992 Rover 620i has manual transmission. 1992 Rover 620i will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1992 Rover 620i | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
Model | Silhouette | 620i |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |