1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 14 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 408 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | Silhouette | Golf |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |