2008 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 6 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 191 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Because 2008 BMW X5 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, 2008 BMW X5 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, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | X5 | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |