1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2005 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet S-10.
Because 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2005 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silhouette | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3130 mm |
