1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, both 1993 Mercedes-Benz E and 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 174 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 1993 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | E | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 237 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |