2006 Hummer H2 vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2006 Hummer H2 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1253 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 (1,058 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 821 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H2 | 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Hummer | Oldsmobile |
| Model | H2 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 1058 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2800 mm |
