1996 Ford Aerostar vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1996 Ford Aerostar 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 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Because 1996 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Aerostar | 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Aerostar | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
