2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Silhouette | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |