2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (163 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Jeep | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Wrangler | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3958 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |
