1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1989 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 605. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 396 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 605. 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 605. (175 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 605. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1989 Peugeot 605 has manual transmission. 1989 Peugeot 605 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1989 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Silhouette | 605 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
