1998 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. 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, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Accord | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |