2007 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (163 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 302 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
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, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Accord | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |