1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 568 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. 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 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
Model | Silhouette | 307 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3133 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |