1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1996 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 2 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 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (305 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Intrepid | 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Intrepid | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3228 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2800 mm |