1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 17 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 522 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2011 Kia Rio | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
Model | Silhouette | Rio |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4016 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2499 mm |