2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (164 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 132 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable. 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Sable | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sable | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2800 mm |