2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise 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 63 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 960 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Elise | 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Lotus | Oldsmobile |
Model | Elise | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2850 mm |