1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 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 40 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 376 kg more than 2010 Ford Mondeo. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
Model | Silhouette | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1369 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |