2005 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (223 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A4 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
