2007 Kia Sorento vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 437 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sorento | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |