1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 395 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea.
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, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Marea has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Marea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Marea | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |