1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 16 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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 141 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
Model | Silhouette | Sonata |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1509 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2728 mm |