2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 670 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1993 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1993 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
| Model | Silhouette | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
