2006 Kia Cerato vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 397 kg more than 2006 Kia Cerato. 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cerato | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
