2005 BMW 530 vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 530 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 530 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
