2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Because 2006 Dodge Sprinter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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 Dodge Sprinter (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sprinter | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3348 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2850 mm |
