2000 Ford Puma vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 640 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma. 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Puma | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 3133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |