1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 14 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 43 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
Model | Silhouette | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1763 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2797 mm |