2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Terraza | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2850 mm |