2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 14 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 310 kg more than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Stilo | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
