1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 307 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 162 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 307.
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, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 307. (184 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Silhouette | 307 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
