1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2000 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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 31 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2000 Plymouth Breeze has manual transmission. 2000 Plymouth Breeze 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 | 2000 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Plymouth |
Model | Silhouette | Breeze |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |