2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette and 2005 Renault Megane 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 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
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 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Megane 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 | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Silhouette | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1920 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |