1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 4 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Silhouette | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
