2006 Audi Allroad vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad 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, 2006 Audi Allroad (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Allroad | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
