1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 1 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 121 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 515 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mahindra CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1999 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 1999 Mahindra CL 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:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Mahindra | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CL | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2850 mm |
