1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 15 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 68 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 620 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda 2 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 | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mazda |
| Model | Silhouette | 2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2489 mm |
