2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 300 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2850 mm |
