2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 610 kg more than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Commander | 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Jeep | Oldsmobile |
Model | Commander | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2850 mm |