1997 Ford Contour vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 355 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour.
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, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Contour | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |