2002 Citroen C8 vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 6 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, 2002 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (163 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C8 | 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | C8 | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |