2005 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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 A6 (370 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A6 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3348 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
