1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Opel Zafira. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Silhouette | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
