2008 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
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, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A4 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
