1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1996 Buick Century
To start off, 1996 Buick Century is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette (163 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Century.
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, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1996 Buick Century | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Buick |
| Model | Silhouette | Century |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2664 mm |
