2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 505 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406. 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1995 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 1995 Peugeot 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
Model | Silhouette | 406 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |