2008 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 11 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover LR2 | 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
Model | LR2 | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |