2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1996 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 395 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Marcia. 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, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1996 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
Model | Silhouette | Marcia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |