2005 BMW 325 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 325 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
