1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 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 63 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 399 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silhouette | Golf |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
