2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 185 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
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, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
Model | Silhouette | Intrigue |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |