1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 13 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 151 kg more than 2010 Honda Element. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
Model | Silhouette | Element |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2576 mm |