2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E and 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | E | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 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 | 1785 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
