1998 Chrysler Concorde vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 1 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, 1998 Chrysler Concorde (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Concorde.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. (255 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chrysler Concorde | 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
Model | Concorde | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2734 cc | 3349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |