1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 14 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, 2007 Volvo C30 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 244 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30.
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, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C30. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C30. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo C30 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Silhouette | C30 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
