2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2000 Citroen C 15 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 705 kg more than 2000 Citroen C 15. 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C 15 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
