1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 19 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 233 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Dodge |
| Model | Silhouette | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3052 mm |
