1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2007 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 695 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2007 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Silhouette | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
