2006 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 434 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Focus | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
