1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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 84 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai i20 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 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
| Model | Silhouette | i20 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2525 mm |
