2008 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 7 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Grandis | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
