1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 17 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 591 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 762 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silhouette | CL |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2954 mm |
