2000 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. Both 2000 Chevrolet Malibu and 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette are equipped with a 3,135 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (163 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Malibu | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |