2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 8 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 97 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 805 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sirion | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |