1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 17 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 328 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.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Chrysler |
Model | Silhouette | 300 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3052 mm |