2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 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. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (163 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mondeo | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |