2006 Lexus RX vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX 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 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX.
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, 2006 Lexus RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Lexus | Oldsmobile |
| Model | RX | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
