2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 678 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Durango | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
