2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 7 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 975 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
Model | Charade | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |