2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 6 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CLK | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
