2006 Ford Escape vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 406 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Escape | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |