1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 17 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Tribeca (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Silhouette | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |