1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 495 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1994 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 1994 Peugeot 306 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Silhouette | 306 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
