2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | E | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
