1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2011 Volvo V50

To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 14 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, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 147 kg more than 2011 Volvo V50.

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, 2011 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette 2011 Volvo V50
Make Oldsmobile Volvo
Model Silhouette V50
Year Released 1997 2011
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3349 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 183 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1598 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4521 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1458 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2639 mm


 

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