2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2006 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2006 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Charade | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3348 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2850 mm |
