2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2006 Peugeot 807

To start off, 2006 Peugeot 807 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 807. (152 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 675 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 807. 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) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 807. (213 Nm). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 807. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 807 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 807 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette 2006 Peugeot 807
Make Oldsmobile Peugeot
Model Silhouette 807
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 2230 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 184 HP 152 HP
Torque 285 Nm 213 Nm
Engine Bore Size 91 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2830 mm


 

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