1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 65 kg more than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
Model | Town & Country | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2850 mm |